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Pistachio Cream

Decadent Pistachio Cream You’ll Want on Everything

This luxurious Pistachio Cream is a delightful blend of nutty sweetness and silky smoothness, perfect for enhancing any dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

Pistachio Cream Ingredients
  • 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios blanched and peeled
  • 1 cup heavy cream cold
  • 1/2 cup whole milk can use plant-based milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract optional
  • 3 drops green food coloring optional

Equipment

  • high-powered food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Luxurious Homemade Pistachio Cream
  1. Bring a small pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the shelled unsalted pistachios and let them cook for 1 minute. Quickly drain them in a colander and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.
  2. Once cooled, gently pinch each pistachio to remove its skin. Alternatively, you can rub them with a kitchen towel to speed up the peeling process.
  3. Using a clean kitchen towel, pat the peeled pistachios dry.
  4. Transfer the dried pistachios into a high-powered food processor. Blend them until they reach a fine, crumb-like consistency.
  5. To the pistachio paste, add softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Blend again until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
  6. After blending, assess the consistency of your paste. If it's too thick, slowly add whole milk, one tablespoon at a time.
  7. In a mixing bowl, fold the pistachio paste with cold heavy cream, whole milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt.
  8. Using an electric mixer or a whisk, whip the mixture until stiff peaks form.
  9. After whipping, take a moment to taste your creation. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired, or consider a drop of almond extract.
  10. Transfer the Pistachio Cream into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Re-whip before serving.

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